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Garden screening doesn't have to mean a tall fence – these 17 ideas offer a more stylish way to create privacy
By Rob Keal last updated
Our garden screening ideas are perfect for concealing parts of your plot, providing shelter and keeping out prying eyes

Bamboo overrunning your garden? 5 ways to remove it and stop it damaging your home
By Teresa Conway last updated
Bamboo is attractive to look at and hardy, but can quickly overwhelm an unprepared gardener. Follow these five easy steps to keep it under control or kill it off entirely

10 privacy upgrades to make an ordinary hot tub feel like a boutique spa
By Holly Crossley published
From contemporary screening to lush planting schemes, these designer-approved solutions bring privacy and style to any hot tub area

12 screening plants to make your garden feel more private – hide neighbours, fences and unsightly views
By Fiona Cumberpatch published
Perfect for creating a secluded feel, these screening plants can hide your garden from view, disguise unattractive features and enhance your overall planting scheme

Cheap and quick to install, is polymeric sand the easiest way to upgrade your driveway or patio?
By Megan Milstead published
Polymeric sand is a popular choice for driveways and patios – here’s what you need to know about this affordable jointing material

Pink, blue or purple? Expert-approved tips for changing the colour of your hydrangeas
By Holly Crossley published
Learning how to change the colour of hydrangeas in your garden is simple – we explain all

One person's weed is a butterfly's treasure – here's what to consider before removing couch grass from your garden
By Megan Milstead published
Couch grass spoiling your uniformed lawn? Here's what you need to know about this fast-growing weed (and why some gardeners choose to leave it)

Cloudy pool? Try these top tips to make your water crystal clear again
By Holly Crossley published
From filter problems to algae build-up, many things can cause cloudy pool water – here’s how to fix this common problem
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